Mechanical Assembly Technician – Overhead Cranes

Mechanical Assembly Technician – Overhead Cranes

Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $24.00/hour; higher depending on experience
Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; Saturdays as needed

Job Overview

We are hiring a Mechanical Assembly Technician to build and install components for overhead cranes and hoists. This hands-on role involves using basic mechanical tools, reading shop drawings, handling materials, and working at elevated heights in a heavy industrial environment. Comfort with climbing cranes and working approximately 15 feet above ground is required. Climbing and elevated work are performed using OSHA-compliant equipment, including appropriate gates and guardrails.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble mechanical parts for overhead cranes and hoists, including bearings and couplings on shafts.

• Use hand tools to fabricate, fit, assemble, and install mechanical components.

• Read and follow shop drawings and assembly instructions.

• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely.

• Apply basic mechanical knowledge to complete assembly tasks.

• Work safely around heavy industrial equipment and at elevated heights.

• Lift, move, and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow applicable OSHA safety requirements.

• Maintain reliable attendance and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.

• Work 10-hour shifts and Saturdays when required.

Required Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge and hands-on assembly experience.

• Ability to read and understand shop drawings.

• Ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely.

• Willingness and comfort to climb cranes and work at heights of approximately 15 feet using OSHA-compliant fall-protection equipment and approved access systems.

• Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Dependability, punctuality, and commitment to workplace safety.